Santher - Sulah, Kangra
Santher is a village situated in the Sulah tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from Dharmsala. Mansimbal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santher is 011632. The village covers a total geographical area of 10.75 hectares and falls under the 176102 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Santher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santher
According to the 2011 Census, Santher village had a total population of 57 people, including 22 males and 35 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,591 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.67%, with male literacy at 94.74% and female literacy at 76.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 57 | 22 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 4 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Santher
Santher is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Santher
Public transport in the Santher is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Santher.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Santher is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santher village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Santher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santher village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santher
Where is Santher located?
Santher village is located in Sulah Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santher?
The Gram Panchayat of Santher is Mansimbal.
What is the pincode of Santher?
The pincode of Santher is 176102.
What is the population of Santher?
Santher had a total population of 57, including 22 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Santher?
Santher had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santher was 83.67%. Male literacy was 94.74% and female literacy was 76.67%.